Initiative for Realizing Diversity in the Research Environment

Tohoku University selected for FY 2016 Initiative for Realizing Diversity in the Research Environment (Distinctive Features Type)

Tohoku University’s Morinomiyako Project for Empowering Women in Research was selected for the FY 2016 Initiative for Realizing Diversity in the Research Environment (Distinctive Features Type), under the MEXT Science and Technology Human Resource Development Support Program. Morinomiyako Project seeks to increase diversity in research environments as a means of promoting the further creation of outstanding research achievements. To accomplish this mission, it supports efforts for building research environments that help female researchers to balance their work with life events, developing their research skills, and actively promoting them to senior positions.

Morinomiyako Project for Empowering Women in
Research is promoting diversity in research environments through
the following six actions.

Features of the Morinomiyako Project

This project builds up a system for increasing research achievements by female researchers and nurturing female leaders through diverse efforts tailored to every career stage.

Female Researcher Empowerment Task Force (ETF)

The Morinomiyako Project’s efforts for promoting diversity in research environments are spearheaded by the Female Researcher Empowerment Task Force (ETF), currently chaired by Noriko Osumi, Special Advisor to the President on Gender Equality. The ETF works side by side with TUMUG and the Tohoku University Committee of Gender Equality to advance the project toward its goals.

External Advisory Board

This panel of external advisors was established to gather neutral, expert advice on the adequacy and progress tracking of the Morinomiyako Project and other Tohoku University initiatives for promoting gender equality.